Artwork Detail
Moonlit Reed Study
A nocturnal wetland study balancing graphic silhouettes with reflective water highlights.
Drawn on-site after dusk, the piece leans on memory to simplify reeds into a repeating rhythm while preserving the reflective glow.
Metallic accents were layered last to mimic moonlight without overpowering the palette.
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Proof print with metallic overlay under warm studio light.
Mediums
- Ink
- Gouache
- Metallic screen print
Dimensions
18" × 24"
Palette
- Prussian Blue
- Indigo
- Copper Metallic
- Warm Gray
Process Timeline
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Techniques
Negative space drawing
Started with solid shapes to anchor reeds before carving highlights.
Dry-brush ripples
Skipped metallic ink across the surface to keep reflections patchy and natural.
Milestones
- Dusk sketches2024-02-28
Captured reed silhouettes and frog placements on location.
- Water reflections2024-03-03
Layered gouache washes to test ripple patterns.
- Metallic overlay2024-03-07
Screened copper ink to accent moonlit ripples.
Studio Gallery
